American

• Cielo Blu
  514 Capitol Way South • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-352-8007
  Cielo Blu is an authentic American restaurant offering everything from savory pasta dishes to grilled steaks. All of their dishes are created from scratch and are served in ample portions. They also offer catering and a full bar.   map

• Gardner's Seafood & Pasta
  111 West Thurston Avenue • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-786-8466
  Open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m., Gardner's has favored the freshest local and seasonal ingredients for over 20 years. They offer many local wines by the glass or bottle.  more...  map

• Iron Rabbit Restaurant & Bar
  2103 Harrison Avenue Northwest • Olympia, WA 98502
  360-956-3661
  This casual eatery offers a pub-style menu including a range of natural Misty Isle Black Angus beef burgers, veggie burgers, sandwiches and wraps. The dinner menu includes a variety of pastas, chicken entrees, vegetarian entrees, soups, salads and appetizers including the restaurant's signature "Choke and Bat" Tempura.  more...  map

• Plenty!
  200 West 4th Avenue • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-705-3716
  A family restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night fare. You can get a great cup of coffee, tea & espresso to accompany their desserts. Sample from their selection of local, regional and international beers and wines.  more...  map

• Tony Roma's
  625 Black Lake Boulevard Southwest #205 • Olympia, WA 98502
  360-753-2911
  Tony Roma's offers their world-famous ribs, starters, soups & salads, rib combo dinners, chicken & seafood, signature steaks, sandwiches, burgers and scrumptious desserts. more...  map

• Tugboat Annie's
  2100 West Bay Drive Northwest • Olympia, WA 98502
  360-943-1850
  Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner and breakfast is served on Saturday & Sunday. The bar opens at 11 a.m. and closes late. The menu includes yummy appetizers, steaks, chicken, pasta, baskets, burgers, seafood, sandwiches and salads & chowder. more...  map

• Water Street Cafe and Bar
  610 Water Street Southwest • Olympia, WALocated in the Historic American Legion Building
  360-709-9090
  Waterstreet Café and Bar offers a diverse menu in a comfortable setting. They are one of the few restaurants between Seattle and Portland that has been awarded the prestigious Wine Spectator Award. They also offer classic & seasonal cocktails and a great selection of micro brews on tap. Reservations are not required, but recommended on weekends.  more...  map

Brew Pubs

• Fish Brewing Company
  515 Jefferson Street SE • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-943-3650
  Fish Brewing Company is a small, locally owned craft brewery producing truly authentic British-style organic ales and German style lagers. more...  map

Cafes

• Budd Bay Cafe
  525 Columbia Street Northwest • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-357-6963
  Named "Olympia's Favorite Waterfront Restaurant." Budd Bay featurse a 180-degree bay view. They offer full service catering and a Sunday Brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.  more...  map

• McMenamins Spar Café
  114 4th Avenue East • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-357-6444
  The Spar has a long-running history as an anchor of the community. They offer a family-friendly menu including burgers, fresh salads, seasonal specials and more, along with their handcrafted ales, wines and spirits. more...  map

• Urban Onion
  116 Legion Way • Olympia, WA 98501
  Located in Downtown Olympia
  360-943-9242
  Open at 7 a.m. daily, The Urban Onion is an ideal place for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They offer a variety of vegan and vegetarian cuisine, pastas, burgers, Mexican and Italian dishes.  more...  map

Coffee Shops

• Artisan's Cafe, The
  109 North Capitol Way • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-570-2202
  The Artisan's Cafe provides great coffee, a friendly meeting place, great food, community entertainment and support of the local arts. more...  map

• Dancing Goats® Espresso Bar
  111 Market Street Northeast • Olympia, WALocated Across from the Olympia Farmers Market
  360-528-8555
  The Dancing Goats® Espresso Bar is modeled after the busy espresso bars of Italy. Stand at the marble counter and watch the highly trained baristas craft drinks. Wi-Fi internet access is offered. Open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday they are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  map

Delis & Sandwich Shops

• 5th Ave Sandwich Shop
  117 5th Avenue • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-705-3393
  Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the 5th Ave Sandwich Shop features an offering of sandwiches and soups. Also, try one of their great cinnamon rolls.  map

• Bagel Brothers
  400 Cooper Point Road Southwest, #22 • Olympia, WA 98502
  360-352-8018
  Bagel Brothers provides a large variety of fresh bagels for the residents of Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater Washington. They also cater for parties or business needs.  more...  map

• Meconi's Italian Subs
  1051 Capitol Way South • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-534-0240
  Meconi's Italian Subs come from the east coast. They start with a sub roll, mayonnaise, provolone cheese, your choice of meats, lettuce, tomato, onion, italian oil and oregano.  more...  map

Irish Pubs

• O'Blarney's Irish Pub
  4411 Martin Way East • Olympia, WA 98516
  360-459-8084
  Family owned and operated, O'Blarney's Irish Pub has a large menu featuring several traditional Irish dishes, as well as fine steaks, salads, pasta dishes and more. They offer a full bar, plus a large selection of micro, import, and domestic beers on tap. They offer the best in satellite sports. They feature every NFL game every Sunday, 80 MLB games every week, Nascar, NBA, PGA, NHL, NCAA, hurling, and more. Fantasy sports fans appreciate their wireless internet. People love to gather around their four popular pool tables, shuffleboard, dart-boards, and coin games. more...  map

Italian

• Basilico Ristorante Italiano
  507 Capitol Way South • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-570-8777
  Basilico's features Northern Italian cuisine, a fresh pasta bar and an impressive wine selection.  map

• Casa Mia
  716 Plum Street Southeast • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-352-0440
  Open Monday to Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 10 p.m. Here you can enjoy Italian dishes, great pizzas and live music on Fridays.  map

• Mark, The
  407 Columbia Street Southwest • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-754-4414
  A unique organic italian food restaurant that serves wonderful Northern italian cuisine with a touch of Spanish and basque influence, using all organic produce, dairy, and with meats/fish cooked over an apple wood grill. Private dining rooms and event planning are available. They are open to the public Thursday through Saturday for dinner and cocktails. Reservations are recommended. In addition, the mark is available 7 days a week for special events and private dinners. more...  map

• Mercato Ristorante
  111 Market Street Northeast • Olympia, WA 98501
  Located in Downtown Olympia
  360-528-3663
  An upscale Italian restaurant in a casual setting. It features a lively display kitchen, a rotating wine list and daily specials. Serving lunch and dinner daily, Mercato is proud to offer two private banquet rooms, a full bar, as well as deck seating (weather permitting).  more...  map

Pizza

• Chuck E. Cheese's
  625 Black Lake Blvd. #101 • Olympia, WA 98502
  360-534-9876
  Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more...  map

• Dirty Dave's Gay 90's Pizza Parlor
  3939 Martin Way East • Olympia, WA 98506
  360-456-1560
  Offers a great selection of pizzas and sandwiches in a fun atmosphere.  more...  map

• Izzy's Pizza
  3540 Southeast Pacific Avenue • Olympia, WA 98584
  360-456-0314
  Izzy's offers a pizza bar, salad bar, dessert bar and a classic buffet.  more...  map

Regional & Franchised

• Anthony's HomePort
  704 Columbia Street Northwest • Olympia, WA 98501
  Located Just Off the I-5 Corridor on Budd Inlet
  360-357-9700
  Expertly prepared fresh seafood from their own seafood company. You will enjoy warm, friendly service and the best of local farmers' produce. They serve Northwest wines and microbrews.  more...  map

Regional Cuisine

• Dockside Bistro and Wine Bar
  501 Columbia Street Northwest • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-956-1928
  Dockside Bistro and Wine Bar is open 7 days a week for lunch, appetizers and dinner. It offers a waterfront setting and dishes with a Northwest flair. Dockside offers over 60 wines and champagnes for your enjoyment and 20 by the pour. They offer a Sunday evening Jazz Artist Series. more...  map

• Embers Restaurant
  5900 Troon Lane Southeast • Olympia, WA 98501
  360-459-4572
  Dine on Northwest inspired cuisine while enjoying views of Indian Summer's championship golf course.   map

Seafood

• Gardner's Seafood and Pasta
  111 Thurston • Olympia, WA 98506
  360-786-8466
  Situated in Downtown Olympia across from the Phoenix Inn, Gardner's Seafood and Pasta provides wonderful, intimate dining Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. more...  map

Thai

• Racha Thai
  625 Black Lake Boulevard SW, #270 • Olympia, WA 98502
  360-943-8883
  Their menu includes a delicious selection of appetizers, soups, salads, Ba Mee, Sen Mee, Sen Yai, Sen Lek, Woon Sen, entrees, curries, chef's specials, vegetables, rice dishes and desserts. more...  map